Take a listen to the newest postcast from The Driver Stand. In this show we have a great conversation with Chris, better known as Hemistorm!! A new DBXL 5th scale buggy from Losi, we also talk about the new Rally car from Losi as well. In the garage we cover what to do to get ready for your main and much more

Losi 5IVE WRC 4WD Rally info announced today

Looks what Germany gets to see this week. A new 1/5 Large Scale from Losi in the form of a WRC 4WD Rally Car! WOW Losi is on fire these last few months.

Couple things to notice off the bat is the Electric start feature and the new EFI fuel injection. Both feature never before available in a RTR large scale from a big manufacture. As we learn more about these features I will update everyone in a new post here on LSN.

For now, just take a look below to see whats new with the Losi 5IVE WRC 1/5 Scale 4WD Rally car!

Losi® is proud to present the definitive RC rallycross experience with the 5IVE MINI WRC. This officially licensed replica of the John Cooper Works (JCW) World Rally Championship (WRC) MINI Countryman personifies the essence of rallycross performance with an outstanding design and authoritative 4WD power. To better power through the off-road the 5IVE MINI WRC is equipped with a powerful 29cc gasoline engine, and an extremely capable shaft driven 4wd drive train with 3 viscous differentials for even power distribution. The patent-pending Spektrum™ AVC (Active Vehicle Control) technology system has been included so drivers can make the most of the high speed potential of the 5IVE MINI WRC regardless of the driving environment.

Losi Desert Buggy XL DBXL compared to other 1/5’s

Since the announcement of the Losi Desert Buggy XL 1/5 Large Scale the specs were available but numbers are not always easy to digest when not compared to what you used to looking at. So LSN took the new Losi DBXL and compared it to the Losi 5IVE-T, HPI Baja 5SC and the HPI Baja 5B. We compare basic specs and weight and show you side by side how the cars compare.

We think the new Losi DBXL is a great size, really not far off from the HPI Baja 5SC yet it’s 4WD which if you have driven a large scale 4WD then you know the excitement that can bring to large R/C bashing and racing. We will work on more videos where we compare the cars in a more technical way for those interested. You can also expect some good old fashion bash testing of the new Losi Desert Buggy DBXL.

At $999.99 for a RTR 4WD Buggy from a major manufacture like Losi you can not go wrong in our opinion. Even if the DBXL needs some help in the aftermarket parts area, we still think this is going to be a winning platform for Losi and the large scale industry.

Bartolone tuned pipe and clutch carrier – Losi Desert Buggy XL

Bartolone Racing wasted no time producing the industries first Tuned Pipe and Billet Clutch Carrier for the new Losi Desert Buggy XL DBXL 1/5 Large Scale 4WD RTR.

Bartolone is world famous for producing product that is in demand for those who like performance and expect nothing but the best. The DBXL tuned pipe will come in black, chrome, and raw finish and will bring some serious horsepower to the new Losi.

The Billet Clutch Carrier for the new Losi Desert Buggy XL DBXL is a surely needed part as we all know the clutch carrier is the first plastic piece to melt and deform quickly with heavy bashing sessions that these Desert Buggy’s will be put through.

So if your looking for hop-up parts for your Losi DBXL then check out the Bartolone Tuned Pipe and Billet Clutch Carrier available NOW at TGN.

Losi Desert Buggy XL is now shipping to lucky owners

Some very lucky owners are receiving their new 1/5 Scale 4WD Losi DBXL in hand as of this week. The 1/5 Large Scale market has not seen a 4WD from a major manufacture like Losi for less than the $1600 Losi 5IVE-T. The $999.99 MAP price on this new Desert Buggy XL is a major move on the part of Losi and should make some waves within our industry.

We here at LargeScaleNews have received our unit from TGN, if you looking to pick up one yourself then get them now because they are still in stock and shipping within the US is FREE! Check them out!

Introducing the new Losi 1/5 Scale 4WD Desert Buggy RTR LOS05001

Well the word is official now. Losi has been working on a new 1/5 scale for all us large scale fanatics. The Losi 4WD Desert Buggy which is an RTR 1/5 scale model LOS05001. There is no doubt this is in fact the buggy we talked about in these spy shots posted on LSN a while back.

We have seen a big move to open wheel buggy racing in large scale. Racers have simply have removed the truck body panels on the Losi 5IVE-T and made mostly flat panels to allow the wheels to be open and free. This has become a different class and quit popular. You can see pictures of how those look running at the TeamChase race HERE.

There is no question the Losi Desert Buggy XL is an all new machine from ground up. With our first look there seems to be all new parts, nothing seems to cross over from the Losi 5IVE-T. So a good comparison in specs is something LSN will work on shortly. Including a full review of the Losi DBXL Desert Buggy XL soon!

The Losi 1/5 Scale Desert Buggy XL will no doubt be the talk of the town for some time now and you can watch LSN for all the breaking news and media. I am sure our manufactures will be chomping at the bit to get one so aftermarket parts for the Losi Desert Buggy XL is sure to be in our future here.

Big and Bold. The 1/5-scale Losi® 4WD Desert Buggy XL™ vehicle is built big to withstand the rigors of intense off-road driving with a terrain-killing 4WD drivetrain. Powered by a bold Dynamite® CY23cc pull start gas powered motor, the Desert Buggy XL reaches ballistic speeds while letting its presence be known loud and clear. With a reinforced injection molded roll cage built on a reinforced 4mm aluminum chassis, the Desert Buggy XL is built to pulverise a wide variety of terrain. The Desert Buggy XL is also in for the long haul with a large-capacity gas tank that provides over 40 minutes of relentless action on a full tank.

TeamChase 5IVE-T 300M Drive Cups – Front, Rear, Center

Check out these super strong Drive Cups from TeamChase. Tired of replacing your stock cups from being worn out? Then these 300M drive cups are for you. If TeamChase has tested them on their track with the recent race series then you know these are built to last. Check out the details below.

The team chase drive cups are a direct replacement for the stock cups. Our goal was to make a drive cup that will last longer than the differential, the bearings, diff oil, and most likely the truck. After months of testing, racing, and just beating the cups tank after tank we are happy to release Team Chase drive cups.

Our cups have gone through a multi step heat treating process to result in a material that is far superior to the stock drive cups.

LSN on location at TeamChase Final Points Series Event Sept 21

We are excited to announce that Mark Hull of LSN will be attending the TeamChase Final Points Series Race on September 21st. We have heard so many great things about this event and we know the racers really enjoy this beautiful southern california large scale racing facility. Finally we will get to be on location and get some up to date images of the racing going on that Saturday.

So if your one of the unlucky people who do not get to attend this event, please follow this post as we add image throughout the days leading up to the event and the days after it as well.

Track maintenance is being done this weekend. Here is a fresh picture of the track. You can tell Kevin has been BUSY!

Click this link to watch a movie of the track and a message from Kevin Chase himself. IMG_1675

Saturday Morning: Looking good here at the track this morning. Some practicing going on, racers signing up etc. Good to see some old friends, TLR gang, OBR, Bartolone, Animal and more and more to come.

Mid Day: Racing has started and the motors are blaring! Uploading some photos now!

Afternoon: On our 4th race of the day here. Good times by all that’s for sure. Races are over 30 minutes long so to just finish can be a battle.